Summary:
Fire broke out in a three-story building in Alcântara, Lisbon, evacuating 30 residents.
At least one couple displaced, with local facilities provided for shelter.
Fire started in the roof area, causing the third-floor slab to collapse.
Around 50 firefighters and 20 emergency vehicles responded to the scene.
One firefighter suffered minor injuries during the firefighting efforts.
Fire Erupts in Alcântara, Lisbon
On Wednesday, a fire broke out in a three-story building in Alcântara, Lisbon, prompting the evacuation of 30 residents.
Evacuations and Displacements
At least one couple has been left displaced due to the incident. The local parish has provided facilities to accommodate those affected.
Cause and Response
The flames originated in the roof area, near a skylight, and spread to the structure, resulting in the collapse of the third-floor slab. Firefighters managed to extinguish the fire around 7:11 PM.
Emergency Response Team
Approximately 50 firefighters and 20 vehicles from the Ajuda Fire Department, Lisbon Sapadores Regiment, PSP, INEM, and Civil Protection were on-site.
Injuries Reported
One firefighter sustained minor injuries during the operation.
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